2000 Audi S8 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S8 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
